Will this fit? (width, offset and tire size Qs)

[Sparda29]

Originally Posted by Dave-ROR

Dunlop specs 7.5-9.0" wheels, so in theory the OEM wheels are too narrow.

A better question for the OP is why go wider for winter tires? You want narrower, not wider. 235s on a 7" wheel will be very hard to mount (tire guy may refuse) and will ballon like a mofo.

Didn't think about the whole going wider for the winter. Just don't wanna have to buy a new set of tires.

[Dave-ROR]

Originally Posted by Sparda29

Didn't think about the whole going wider for the winter. Just don't wanna have to buy a new set of tires.

Ahh so you already have those winter tires? Try to get them mounted, some tire shops may refuse or charge extra if they realize it.

[FT-86 SpeedFactory]

It'll work just fine, a shop might complain, but you should take on the responsibility of doing so. If it was my own car, they would be mounted though.

[JoeBoxer]

I don't think they will be that hard to mount or anything, i know of trucks with 7" wheels with 265 tires stock, i know it's a different type tire but i'm sure they would rather mount a 235 on a 7 than stretch it on a 9.5.

[ravenblackfrs]

Originally Posted by Dave-ROR

Dunlop specs 7.5-9.0" wheels, so in theory the OEM wheels are too narrow.

A better question for the OP is why go wider for winter tires? You want narrower, not wider. 235s on a 7" wheel will be very hard to mount (tire guy may refuse) and will ballon like a mofo.

Balloon is an understatement!!! LOL.... might not even get them to seat. And if for some miraculous reason you did, you'd have NO SIDE WALL.

*used to be an installer at PEP BOYS*

[Dave-ROR]

Originally Posted by JoeBoxer

I don't think they will be that hard to mount or anything, i know of trucks with 7" wheels with 265 tires stock, i know it's a different type tire but i'm sure they would rather mount a 235 on a 7 than stretch it on a 9.5.

aspect ratio. A 235/40 has a small sidewall, it's a lot easier to mount a 265/75 on a 7" wheel.

In fact Dunlop says a 265/75 trunk tire fits on a 7" wheel in the specs as an suggested rim size.

[gmookher]

Originally Posted by JoeBoxer

I don't think they will be that hard to mount or anything, i know of trucks with 7" wheels with 265 tires stock, i know it's a different type tire but i'm sure they would rather mount a 235 on a 7 than stretch it on a 9.5.

truck tires have alot more sidewall so you get more fudge factor
not so with a sports car... stretched tires dont handle the same..nor does a pinched tire.

[JoeBoxer]

Originally Posted by ravenblackfrs

Balloon is an understatement!!! LOL.... might not even get them to seat. And if for some miraculous reason you did, you'd have NO SIDE WALL.

*used to be an installer at PEP BOYS*

They will work fine for winter tires, not trying to start an argument here but as said by FT86SpeedFactory and others there shouldn't be a problem.

[JoeBoxer]

Originally Posted by gmookher

truck tires have alot more sidewall so you get more fudge factor
not so with a sports car... stretched tires dont handle the same..nor does a pinched tire.

It's a winter tire so i'm sure handling is not going to be a hugh priority. I didn't say it was ideal but if he wants to run them since he already owns them i don't see a problem.

[ravenblackfrs]

Originally Posted by JoeBoxer

They will work fine for winter tires, not trying to start an argument here but as said by FT86SpeedFactory and others there shouldn't be a problem.

I just read it as he was trying to put a tire too small to seat the bead. LOL. I've seen people try to do that believe it or not.

[86 FRS]

currently have a squared set up 19 x 8.5 225/35. switching to staggered set up. its going to be my 1st staggered setup. 19 x 8.5 F i'll be running 225/35, 19 x 9.5 R whats the ideal tire size for the rear? with no rubbing and of course kinda scared to scratch the wheels on the rear going on curb.

[MenoSkyz]

Hello each and every one of you. I have a couple of questions about stretching tires on 18x8.5/9 rims.


1. What would be a great tire size to slightly stretch on those rim sizes?

2. Will it cut handling performance?

3. Will it cut treadlife on the tire? Uneven wear?

I will not track my car and will be a daily driver, but still would like to take my car on windy roads such as Calaveras Boulevard in Milpitas. Please help me learn any knowledge that you may have since I am still very very very new to any concepts of tuning/modding/etc.


Much Love & Appreciation

[JoeBoxer]

I've run 235/40 on 8.5 and 8.75" and they aren't really stretched at all but are about perfect. A lot of guys run 225/40 or 245/35 as well but i like the 235/40 for filling out the fenderwells especially if you don't plan on lowering.

[ill86]

Originally Posted by 86 FRS

currently have a squared set up 19 x 8.5 225/35. switching to staggered set up. its going to be my 1st staggered setup. 19 x 8.5 F i'll be running 225/35, 19 x 9.5 R whats the ideal tire size for the rear? with no rubbing and of course kinda scared to scratch the wheels on the rear going on curb.

255/30 my first choice
265/30 alternate